RHS 90x50x5 Dimensions & Weight

RHS 90x50x5 is a rectangular hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 90 x 50 mm outside with a 5 mm wall, weighing 10 kg per metre (6.72 lb/ft) — commonly specified for handrail posts, equipment frames, and miscellaneous metals.

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RHS 90x50x5 Dimensions

PropertyMetricImperial
Outside depth90 mm3.543 in
Outside width50 mm1.969 in
Wall thickness5 mm0.197 in
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density12.7 cm²1.97 in²
Mass10 kg/m6.72 lb/ft

Standard: EN 10210 / EN 10219. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.

What does RHS 90x50x5 weigh and cost?

RHS 90x50x5 has a mass of 10 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 20.00 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

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Total weight
60 kg
Material cost
120.00

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